As a Security Manager, you will work closely with the Director of Security and Risk Team for the Americas. You will be responsible for providing effective security support and guidance while providing oversight to the US Business Unit. You are also responsible for adhering to and enforcing the Menzies Aviation Security Management System (SeMS) guidelines and codes of conduct, driving standardisation of best security practice, foster continuous improvement, and optimise the security performance of the US Region.
Safety, Security, and Environmental stewardship are core values of Menzies Aviation (MA). MA has a duty of care to provide a safe workplace to our Employees. Similarly, all Menzies’ employees have an obligation to assist in maintaining a safe work environment via the following principles:
Ensure that they work safely in accordance with company policy and procedures
Report safety incidents, risks, security, or safety concerns using the Safety Management System (SMS) reporting system
Recognize opportunities to contribute to the continuous improvement of security and its management.
Stay current with information and knowledge relevant to performing their duties safely and securely.
Key Responsibilities
Implementation of security procedures, standards, and practices
Advising on physical security issues pertaining to the operation of the company
Ensuring compliance with national and international regulations
Maintaining a working liaison with regional management to ensure they understand the SeMS requirements.
Advising on all matters of training, recruitment, and vetting in aviation security
Perform investigations as required and provide oversight and guidance on regional investigations.
Monitor and review security reports in preparation for presentation to senior leadership.
Ensure all security incidents are fully investigated at station level.
Carry out Security Threat Assessments as required (e.g., new start-ups and high-risk areas)
Providing timely reports to management as required
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder is required to perform other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Director of Security and the SVP Risk Americas from time to time.
Has the duty to suggest any improvements to working practice especially those relating to safety and security.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Higher education diploma, degree or equivalent in security, or related studies (aviation security qualification is beneficial)
Enforcement Agency, Aviation Security or equivalent background with practical experience and knowledge of working within a regulated operation.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience at management level within aviation ground handling and cargo operations
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in investigations
Working knowledge of, or experience in Emergency Response Planning, Contingency Planning and Business Continuity Planning
Self-motivated, disciplined and with flexible attitude to change.
Hands-on, practical approach to providing solutions in a challenging and dynamic business environment, with good organisational skills.
Prepared to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice including temporary secondment on a support/coaching basis at other locations and overseas.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people at all levels and from different geographical and ethnic cultures.
Fluency in written and spoken English with ability to work in an international environment.
Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Packages e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Must possess and maintain a valid passport.
Will have to undergo CRC and CTC vetting, failure to receive clearance will result in termination of employment.
Compliance
Carry out all activities of the role and processing activities (as above) as directed by the Company through its policies, procedures and training to ensure the success of the operation including the following:
Full compliance:
Health & Safety
Training
Equal Opportunities
Harassment
Data Protection
Security
Remain up to date with all station notices relating to policies and procedures.
Remain up to date with all relevant operational, systems and Customer Service training
Maintain a safe and secure working environment at all times.
Comply with the Company’s open, fair and honest reporting culture.
Professional Standards
Respectful, supportive and friendly approach
Clear and honest communication
Passionate and driven.
Flexible and understanding of changing priorities and situations.
Punctual and reliable
Confident and focused
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
